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Shy Pond

Ecosystem Overview

The Shy Pond ecosystem supports 3 documented wildlife species across 3 taxonomic genera. Located in brazoria county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 1 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Angleton nearby has 82% more documented species, Shy Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 20 brazoria county County natural areas, placing it in the 30th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

3
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
3
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
2
Common Species
Frequently observed species
1
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#14
Regional Rank
Out of 20 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common1 species
Common1 species
Occasional1 species
Rare0 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#14 of 20 locations
30th percentile for diversity
vs. Angleton
-82% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 3 total documented species.

Larus delawarensis

Larus delawarensis

Ring-billed Gull

Very Common1 obs.
Pelecanus occidentalis

Pelecanus occidentalis

Brown Pelican (Southern)

Very Common1 obs.
Sterna forsteri

Sterna forsteri

forster’s tern

Very Common1 obs.

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🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)

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🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)

Freeport

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🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)

Angleton

Unique habitat supporting 17 species. Ideal for discovering specialized wildlife communities.

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Clute

Intimate natural area with 4 documented species. Perfect for quiet wildlife observation.

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📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)

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Undocumented potential

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Undocumented potential

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Regional Wildlife Network

These nearby locations complement Shy Pondwithin Brazoria County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.

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